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Elsa Quammen

Elsa Quammen

Plymouth,MN

Summary

Resourceful Project Estimator skilled in cost estimation, risk assessment, and project timeline forecasting. Delivers accurate project estimates through strong negotiation and communication. Demonstrates effective independent work and rapid skill acquisition, ensuring productivity and efficient task completion.

Overview

2
2
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Estimator

Strong House Solutions
Burnsville, Minnesota
06.2023 - Current
  • Prepared detailed construction estimates for residential renovation and custom home projects.
  • Prepared project estimates for Strong House Solutions remodeling and repair proposals.
  • Calculated detailed costs for roofing, framing, siding, and finish work to provide comprehensive project estimates.
  • Developed full-scope estimates for use in project bidding and design-build projects.
  • Analyzed change orders and revised cost projections to ensure accurate budgeting for ongoing construction work.
  • Provided clear estimate breakdowns and proposal language to support the sales team in securing project approvals.
  • Negotiated with insurance adjusters to finalize payment and approve the requested repairs.
  • Invoiced for approved supplements by detailing information about completed work.

Assistant Estimator

From Home
Maple Grove, Minnesota
01.2021 - 10.2023
  • Utilized Xactimate software to create accurate project estimates, ensuring clarity and precision
  • Drafted estimates for roofing and siding projects to support timely project execution

Insurance Agent

Premier Insurance Group Agency LLC
Burnsville, Minnesota
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Advised clients on auto, home, and life coverage at Premier Insurance Group Agency LLC.
  • Explained coverage options, exclusions, and billing details to prospective clients.
  • Conducted telephone appointments with prospective clients to build rapport and sell insurance services.
  • Prepared insurance quotes using carrier systems and agency guidelines.
  • Processed policy applications, endorsements, and renewals for agency accounts.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods, receiving customer payments and issuing receipts.
  • Informed customers about insurance options and benefits. on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
  • Reviewed documents for accuracy and compliance with agency standards.
  • Supported Premier Insurance Group Agency LLC with calls, emails, and appointment scheduling.

Property and Casualty Insurance Agent

Premier Insurance Group Agency LLC
Burnsville, Minnesota
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Advised clients on auto, home, and business coverage options at independent agency.
  • Quoted property and casualty policies using carrier systems and agency guidelines.
  • Processed policy applications, renewals, and endorsements with accurate client information.
  • Resolved client service issues regarding claims, payments, and policy updates.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Sell new policies

Agent Assistant

Smart Insurance Agency
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Supported insurance agents with client communications and policy service tasks
  • Reviewed policy applications for completeness and accurate information
  • Coordinated client meetings with agents to discuss policy options
  • Prepared insurance documents, quotes, and renewal packets
  • Answered phone calls and routed inquiries to proper team members
  • Followed up on policy changes, cancellations, and billing questions

Nanny (Full-time)

Geri Heidtman
Edina
06.2018 - 01.2020

I took care of 1 child, when she was 9 months to 2.5 yrs old.

Supported child care routines by coordinating daily activities and schedules.

Facilitated playtime activities that fostered creativity and encouraged physical development.

Created and implemented activity plans to explore new locations and enhance learning experiences.

Provided nutritious snacks and meals to foster healthy eating habits.

Managed nap times to ensure adequate rest for the child.

- Change diapers

Assisted with bath time to maintain hygiene and establish routines.

- Do activities to promote her development like > read books, dance, sing, walk, craft, drive to library, play areas, recreation center like Crayola experience, parks, social gathering with other kids, teach second league (Spanish), kids yoga and toddler gym.

Nanny (Full-time)

Tiffany Korman
Minneaplis
07.2017 - 05.2019

Organized developmental activities, enhancing children's social, cognitive, and physical skills through trips to the library, park, crafting, and language instruction.

Supported childcare activities by planning and implementing daily routines.

Provided nutritious snacks and lunch to children.

Read engaging books to children during storytime.

Supervised nap times for infants and toddlers.

Changed diapers regularly to maintain hygiene.

Bathed children to promote hygiene and comfort.

Developed and shared creative ideas for childcare activities while maintaining open communication with parents.

Education

License Property And Casualty - Insurance

Insurance Career Training, Inc
Noblesville, IN
02-2021

CPR/AID -

National CPR Foundation
Online
01-2020

Degree in Marketing -

CNCI
Mexico
01-2019

Tecnique in fashion and textile industry -

Utez
Mexico
01-2007

Skills

  • Construction estimating
  • Cost estimation
  • Change order management
  • Change order analysis
  • Estimate project costs
  • Residential construction
  • Roofing
  • Xactimate software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Proposal writing
  • Negotiation skills
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem solving
  • Decision-making
  • Decision-making

eferences

Miriam Robles 612 251 5819

Jazmin Pliego - 612 402 9939

Maggie Pantaleon  952 393 8605

Fary Lopez 952 242 8164

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited

Timeline

Project Estimator

Strong House Solutions
06.2023 - Current

Insurance Agent

Premier Insurance Group Agency LLC
12.2022 - 06.2023

Property and Casualty Insurance Agent

Premier Insurance Group Agency LLC
11.2022 - 05.2023

Assistant Estimator

From Home
01.2021 - 10.2023

Agent Assistant

Smart Insurance Agency
05.2020 - 04.2021

Nanny (Full-time)

Geri Heidtman
06.2018 - 01.2020

Nanny (Full-time)

Tiffany Korman
07.2017 - 05.2019

License Property And Casualty - Insurance

Insurance Career Training, Inc

CPR/AID -

National CPR Foundation

Degree in Marketing -

CNCI

Tecnique in fashion and textile industry -

Utez
Elsa Quammen